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Glasses of the 70s: Glasses worn by Elvis and John Lennon

70s sunglasses were much more than huge XXL glasses with colored lenses and functional glasses for opticians. In the 1970s, glasses become fashion and designer glasses.
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33 glasses
Algha Ladies Panto 70's Gold Filled Ladies Frame Details

12kt Gold-Filled Women's Specs
Algha Ladies Panto

299.00 EUR
Description
  • antique ALGHA eyeglass frames, made in England
  • 12kt GF (Gold-Filled) frame = filled with real gold
  • women's panto-style glasses from the late 1970s
  • connoisseurs appreciate the old 12kt Algha frames
  • unworn rarity, can be fitted with any type of lenses
  • almost impossible to find these days (size 51/18)
  • NO retro specs, but a min. 45 years old ORIGINAL
Algha Octag Octagonal 14kt Gold-Filled Details

70's Gold Filled Sunglasses
Algha Octag

499.00 EUR
Description
  • rare, antique ALGHA sunglasses, made in England
  • 14kt GF (Gold-Filled) frame = filled with real gold
  • OCTAGONAL eyewear design from the late 1970's
  • connoisseurs appreciate the old 14kt Algha frames
  • unworn rarity, can be fitted with any type of lenses
  • almost impossible to find these days (size 50/20)
  • NO retro shades, but a min. 45 years old ORIGINAL
Bugatti 64747 Ultra Rare 70's Bugatti Classic Details

70's Sunglasses For Men
Bugatti 64747

1,199.00 EUR
Description
  • precious Bugatti vintage luxury sunglasses for men
  • noble tortoise-optic (true rarity from the late 70's)
  • LARGE frame (56 size) with central red Bugatti logo
  • much sought-after collector's item (museum piece)
  • new old stock (like all our old Bugatti ORIGINALS)
  • NO RETRO SHADES; an authentic 40 years old vertu
Bugatti 64902 Rare 1970's Luxury Shades Details

Vintage Men's Sunglasses
Bugatti 64902

1,299.00 EUR
Description
  • precious Bugatti vintage luxury sunglasses for men
  • costly, rhodium-plated frame with burgundy front!
  • LARGE frame (58 size) with central red Bugatti logo
  • much sought-after collector's item (museum piece)
  • new old stock (like all our old Bugatti ORIGINALS)
  • a 40 years old vertu with orig. Bugatti leather case
Bugatti 64936 Ivory Optic 70's Glasses Details

Pink-Gradient Sun Lenses 70's
Bugatti 64936

399.00 EUR
Description
  • precious Bugatti vintage luxury sunglasses; L size
  • artful ivory-optic (true rarity from the late 1970's)
  • much sought-after collector's item (museum piece)
  • pink-gradient sun lenses (fancy fashion accessory)
  • new old stock (like all our old Bugatti ORIGINALS)
  • NO RETRO; an authentic 50 years old vertu; 56mm
Bugatti 65218 Rare Old 70's Bugatti Glasses Details

70's Luxury Sunglasses
Bugatti 65218

999.00 EUR
Description
  • precious Bugatti vintage luxury sunglasses for men
  • noble tortoise-optic (true rarity from the late 70's)
  • medium frame (55 size) with central red Bugatti logo
  • much sought-after collector's item (museum piece)
  • new old stock (like all our old Bugatti ORIGINALS)
  • NO RETRO SHADES; an authentic 40 years old vertu
Bugatti 65218 Rare 70's Bugatti Sunglasses Details

True Vintage 70's Luxury
Bugatti 65218

999.00 EUR
Description
  • precious Bugatti vintage luxury sunglasses for men
  • noble tortoise-optic (true rarity from the late 70's)
  • LARGE frame (58 size) with central red Bugatti logo
  • much sought-after collector's item (museum piece)
  • new old stock (like all our old Bugatti ORIGINALS)
  • NO RETRO SHADES; an authentic 40 years old vertu
Cazal 702 Ultra Rare 70's Eyewear Details

50 Years Old Rarity
Cazal 702

299.00 EUR
Description
  • ultra rare men's eyeglasses of the 1970's by CAZAL
  • monolithic quality, built to last, made in Germany
  • unusual and well balanced frame design, size 56/18
  • unworn ("new old stock"); true vintage Cazal rarity
  • NO retro specs, but a genuine 50 years old original
  • model is made for lenses of any kind (optical / sun)
  • frame has some patina & storage marks (it's vintage)
Christian Dior 2127 Rare 70's Ladies Sunglasses Details

70's Rarity Optyl Material
Christian Dior 2127

399.00 EUR
Description
  • rare XL 1970's sunglasses by Christian Dior
  • enchanting ladies shades; made of OPTYL
  • brilliant Optyl material does not seem to age
  • pentagonal sun lenses for 100% UV protection
  • unworn rarity, like all our vintage Dior eyewear
  • approx. 50 years old; but still shines like new ;)
Metzler ABE Automatic Lens Gold Filled Details

1/10 12k Real Gold Frame
Metzler ABE

499.00 EUR
Description
  • antique Metzler sunglasses from the 70's - GOLD FILLED!
  • fine gold doublé in 1/10 12k proportion; precious rarity
  • 1/10 of the metal with 12ct gold (incredible top-quality)
  • 2. hand model, top condition; professionally refurbished
  • scratch-free changeable sun lenses (darken automatically)
  • the frame can be glazed with lenses of any kind; size 52/20
  • NO retro; a 50! years old original; almost impossible to find
Metzler ABF White Gold Doublé 1/10 12k Details

70's Self-Darkening Glasses
Metzler ABF

499.00 EUR
Description
  • antique Metzler sunglasses from the 70's - GOLD FILLED!
  • fine gold doublé in 1/10 12k proportion; precious rarity
  • 1/10 of the metal with 12ct gold (incredible top-quality)
  • 2. hand model, top condition; professionally refurbished
  • scratch-free changeable sun lenses (darken automatically)
  • the frame can be glazed with lenses of any kind; size 54/20
  • NO retro; a 50! years old original; almost impossible to find
Metzler JK 12ct Gold Filled 60's Frame Details

Almost Antique Eyeglasses
Metzler JK

499.00 EUR
Description
  • antique Metzler eyeglasses from the 60's - GOLD FILLED!
  • fine gold doublé in 1/10 12k proportion; precious rarity
  • 1/10 of the metal with 12ct gold (incredible top-quality)
  • 2nd hand model in an excellent condition (ready to wear)
  • professional refurbished with new transparent demo lenses
  • this quality frame (in size 52/18) can be glazed optionally
  • NO retro; a 60! years old original; almost impossible to find
Metzler JK 1/10 12k Real Gold Frame Details

Automatic Lens Gold Filled
Metzler JK

499.00 EUR
Description
  • antique Metzler sunglasses from the 60's - GOLD FILLED!
  • fine gold doublé in 1/10 12k proportion; precious rarity
  • 1/10 of the metal with 12ct gold (incredible top-quality)
  • 2. hand model, top condition; professionally refurbished
  • scratch-free changeable sun lenses (darken automatically)
  • the frame can be glazed with lenses of any kind; size 50/16
  • NO retro; a 60! years old original; almost impossible to find
Metzler JK 60's Frame 12ct Gold Filled Details

High-End Mineral Sun Lenses
Metzler JK

499.00 EUR
Description
  • antique Metzler sunglasses from the 60's; GOLD FILLED
  • fine gold doublé in 1/10 12k proportion; precious rarity
  • 1/10 of the metal with 12ct gold (incredible top-quality)
  • 2nd hand model but in mint condition (ready to wear)
  • professional refurbished frame in medium size 52/20
  • the mineral sun lenses are absolutely SCRATCH-FREE!
  • no retro; a 60 years old rarity; almost impossible to find
Metzler KX Changeable Mineral Lenses Details

Gold Filled 60's Shades
Metzler KX

499.00 EUR
Description
  • antique Metzler sunglasses from the 60's - GOLD FILLED
  • fine gold doublé in 1/10 12k proportion; precious rarity
  • 1/10 of the metal with 12ct gold (incredible top-quality)
  • made to last a lifetime in size 52-18 with mineral lenses
  • 2nd hand model in an excellent condition (ready to wear)
  • professional refurbished with self-tinting lenses; 100% UV
  • but this quality frame can be glazed with lenses of any kind
  • NO retro; a 60! years old original; almost impossible to find
Metzler Marwitz Matura 60's Combi Glasses Gold-Plated Details

Antique Glasses For Men
Metzler Marwitz Matura

349.00 EUR
Description
  • antique Marwitz glasses from the 1960s; gold-plated
  • classic men's glasses from the Marwitz Optima series
  • amazing quality; made for eternity, in S-M size 48/20
  • true rarity, no longer available nowadays; single item
  • 2nd hand vintage model in excellent condition; mint!
  • NO RETRO eyeglasses; but a 50! years old ORIGINAL
Neostyle Boutique 345 German 70's Craftsmanship Details

Monolithic Vintage Eyewear
Neostyle Boutique 345

349.00 EUR
Description
  • monolithic old vintage sunglasses by Neostyle
  • rare model of the legendary 'Boutique Series'
  • incredible top-quality; 1970's made in Germany
  • never worn (with light gray-tinted sun lenses)
  • NO retro glasses, but a 50 years old ORIGINAL!
  • frame (size 54/16) also fits prescription lenses
Neostyle Office 40 Old School Sunglasses 70's Details

50 Years Old Vintage Glasses
Neostyle Office 40

349.00 EUR
Description
  • vintage sunglasses by NEOSTYLE from the 1970's
  • striking frame with grayish-transparent coloring
  • often called as 'Old School Shades' in these days
  • light gray tinted sun lenses (100% UV protection)
  • unworn (like all our vintage Neostyle sunglasses)
  • NO RETRO, but an old ORIGINAL in L size 58-18
  • the frame can be glazed with lenses of any kind!
Optyl Catalog Saphira Eyewear Info For Professionals Details

Eyewear Catalog of the 70's
Optyl Catalog Saphira

269.00 EUR
Description
  • original 1970's OPTYL eyewear catalog: SAPHIRA
  • Optyl was the largest producer of eyewear, worldwide
  • Optyl produced the following brands: Dior, Carrera,
  • Porsche, Dunhill, P. Picasso, Viennalina, Saphira,
  • Terri Brogan, Playboy, BOSS, Esprit, Chr. Lacroix
  • this old catalog contains the SAPHIRA collection
  • interesting details for all vintage collectors and
  • a source of inspiration for all eyewear designers
  • very good used condition (approx. 1,0kg weight)
Optyl Catalog Terri Brogan Eyewear Details 1980's Details

Old 80's Eyewear Catalog
Optyl Catalog Terri Brogan

269.00 EUR
Description
  • original 1980's OPTYL eyewear catalog: Terri Brogan
  • Optyl was the largest producer of eyewear, worldwide
  • Optyl produced the following brands: Dior, Carrera,
  • Porsche, Dunhill, P. Picasso, Viennalina, Saphira,
  • Terri Brogan, Playboy, BOSS, Esprit, Chr. Lacroix
  • this catalog contains the Terri Brogan collection
  • interesting details for all vintage collectors and
  • a source of inspiration for all eyewear designers
  • very good used condition (approx. 2,2kg weight)
Optyl Catalog Viennaline Old 80's Original Catalogue Details

Eyewear Info of the 70's
Optyl Catalog Viennaline

269.00 EUR
Description
  • original 1970's OPTYL eyewear catalog: Viennaline
  • Optyl was the largest producer of eyewear, worldwide
  • Optyl produced the following brands: Dior, Carrera,
  • Porsche, Dunhill, P. Picasso, Viennalina, Saphira,
  • Terri Brogan, Playboy, BOSS, Esprit, Chr. Lacroix
  • this catalog contains the VIENNALINE collection
  • interesting details for all vintage collectors and
  • a source of inspiration for all eyewear designers
  • very good used condition (approx. 1,7kg weight)
Ray Ban Balorama Clint Eastwood Shades USA Details

Men's Sunglasses B&L USA
Ray Ban Balorama

399.00 EUR
Description
  • very rare vintage Ray Ban USA B&L sunglasses
  • original from the 1970's - NO RETRO SHADES!
  • worn by Clint Eastwood in 'Dirty Harry' (1971)
  • with orig. Bausch & Lomb G-15 quality lenses
  • never worn (like all our vintage USA RAY BANS)
  • old USA Ray-Ban (NO Luxottica Italy Ray-Ban)
Rodenstock Canberra Original Old 60's Sunglasses Details

1/10 12k Gold-Filled Frame
Rodenstock Canberra

599.00 EUR
Description
  • 60's glasses by Rodenstock, white gold doublé
  • mod. Canberra, size 56-16, 1/10 12k gold filled
  • 1/10 of the metal = 12ct fine gold (top quality)
  • made back then to last a lifetime! True rarity!
  • no longer available today (with mineral glass)
  • 60 years old, but UNWORN & absolutely perfect
  • frame can be glazed as desired (made to last)
Rodenstock Canberra 1/20 12k Gold-Filled Frame Details

60's Frame Changeable
Rodenstock Canberra

599.00 EUR
Description
  • 60's glasses by Rodenstock, white gold doublé
  • mod. Canberra, size 54-20, 1/20 12k gold filled
  • 1/20 of the metal = 12ct fine gold (top quality)
  • made back then to last a lifetime! Glass lenses!
  • the lenses turn darker in the sun automatically
  • 60 years old, but UNWORN & absolutely perfect
  • the frame can be glazed as desired (made to last)
Rodenstock Canberra Original 60's Frame 1/10 12k Details

Style Narcos Sunglasses
Rodenstock Canberra

599.00 EUR
Description
  • 60's glasses by Rodenstock, white gold doublé
  • mod. Canberra, size 52-18, 1/10 12k gold filled
  • 1/10 of the metal = 12ct fine gold (top quality)
  • made back then to last a lifetime! True rarity!
  • no longer available today (with mineral glass)
  • 60 years old, but UNWORN & absolutely perfect
  • frame can be glazed as desired (made to last)
Rodenstock Constantin White Gold Filled 60's Frame Details

1/20 of the metal with 12ct gold
Rodenstock Constantin

499.00 EUR
Description
  • antique Rodenstock eyeglasses of the 60's: GOLD FILLED!
  • white gold doublé in 1/20 12k proportion; precious rarity
  • 1/20 of the metal with 12ct gold (incredible top-quality)
  • 2nd hand model in an excellent condition (ready to wear)
  • professional refurbished with new transparent demo lenses
  • quality frame (in Large size 56/16) can be glazed optionally
  • no retro; a 60 years old original; almost impossible to find
Rodenstock Locarno 1/20 12k Gold-Doublé Frame Details

60's Frame Fine Gold-Filled
Rodenstock Locarno

599.00 EUR
Description
  • 60's glasses by Rodenstock, real gold doublé
  • mod. Locarno, size 52-16, 1/20 12k gold filled
  • 1/20 of the metal = 12ct fine gold (top quality)
  • made back then to last a lifetime! (S - M size)
  • 60 years old, but UNWORN & absolutely perfect
  • the frame can be glazed as desired (made to last)
  • connoisseurs know about the special features!
Rodenstock Richard Gold Filled 60's Combi Glasses Details

Gold Doublé 1/20 12k Proportion
Rodenstock Richard

499.00 EUR
Description
  • antique Rodenstock eyeglasses of the 60's: GOLD FILLED!
  • white gold doublé in 1/20 12k proportion; precious rarity
  • 1/20 of the metal with 12ct gold (incredible top-quality)
  • 2nd hand model in an excellent condition (ready to wear)
  • professional refurbished with new transparent demo lenses
  • quality frame (in M-L size 54/18) can be glazed optionally
  • no retro; a 60 years old original; almost impossible to find
Rodenstock Zermatt David Bowie Sunglasses 1976 Details
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David Bowie Thin White Duke-Phase
Rodenstock Zermatt

2,499.00 EUR
Description
  • David Bowie sunglasses from 1976; size 58/18
  • a prized highlight for any DAVID BOWIE fan
  • worn by Bowie during the 'Thin White Duke' era
  • see the 1976 ROLLING STONE magazine cover
  • or the 2016 special edition of 'Record Collector'
  • (this issue was published after Bowie's death)
  • unworn model - a piece that belongs in a museum
  • a piece of music history (therefore not for sale)
Schubert Antik Museums Glasses 100 Years Old Details

Antique Specs From The 1920's
Schubert Antik

219.00 EUR
Description
  • antique spectacles in X-Small size; 112mm width
  • an approx. 100 years old antique; silver-plated
  • similar to the antique glasses by Franz Schubert
  • simply timeless in shape & quality (built to last)
  • the PATINA makes this frame ever more special!
  • true rarity, museums piece, in unworn condition
  • with spun temples, size 35/24, + Lunor wooden case
Schubert Antik Antique Schubert Glasses Details

Museums Glasses 100 Years Old
Schubert Antik

399.00 EUR
Description
  • antique spectacles in X-Small size; 115mm width
  • an approx. 100 years old rarity; REAL ANTIQUE!
  • similar to the antique glasses by Franz Schubert
  • simply timeless in shape & with folding temples
  • 2. hand model; lens width = 39mm, museums piece
  • the PATINA makes this frame ever more special!
Selecta - Dalai Lama Pure Gold Filled Frame 70's Details

The Dalai Lama Glasses
Selecta - Dalai Lama

349.00 EUR
Description
  • antique 'combi glasses' from the early 1970's - Original!
  • the DALAI LAMA wears this model (Dalai Lama glasses)
  • vintage gold-filled frame in 1/25 12kt. (carat) proportion
  • 1/25 of the metal is 12ct gold = high end quality glasses!
  • unworn rarity in large size 52-22 (true collector's item)
  • NO RETRO EYEWEAR, but a genuine old 1970's Original
  • the frame is made for optical lenses or tinted sun lenses
Zeiss 421 Changeable Lenses 1970's Details

70's Umbramatic West Germany
Zeiss 421

399.00 EUR
Description
  • old 1970's Zeiss vintage sunglasses, monolithic shades
  • highest manufacturing standard from Zeiss, W.Germany
  • ingenious UMBRAMATIC lenses (for 100% UV protection)
  • the lenses are darker in the sun and lighter in the shade
  • unworn rarity, approx. 50 years old (belongs in a museum)
  • top-notch quality, size 56/16, can also be optically glazed

70s glasses - Massive frames, XXL glasses and sunglasses that became a fashion accessory

When you think of glasses from the ‘70s, the first thing that probably comes to mind are the oversized sunglasses that Elton John wore at his concerts. And of course the famous Elvis glasses.

The selection of models produced in the ‘70s that have now become sought-after vintage glasses is extensive: The pilot glasses of the "Aviator" series by Ray Ban, the ‘70s Persol glasses; the round nickel glasses that became the trademark of John Lennon.

At the same time, many of these glasses were originally developed as purely functional eyewear. Manufacturers such as Metzler, Neostyle or Zeiss produced eyewear for opticians and their high-quality demands. A ‘70s frame can therefore still be glazed with a wide variety of visual acuities and will last forever.

Equally bulky are the robust frames with the scratch-resistant mineral lenses of the ‘70s glasses. The "Doublé glasses", as they are known, from Metzler, are a good example of this. Gold doublé features metal settings with real gold components, often in the ratio of 1/10 12Ct. This means that one tenth of the metal is 12 ct gold. These real gold parts allow glasses repairs such as soldering to be carried out because they were made for decades and not just for one season.

Fashion designers turn 70s glasses into lifestyle sunglasses

During the ‘70s, some fashion designers began to create the "glasses to go with the dress". Glasses were no longer just designed to be functional, but rather to be an eye-catcher that matched the entire outfit.

The legendary ‘70s sunglasses by Pierre Cardin or the ‘70s glasses with the colorful patterns by Emilio Pucci are worth mentioning at this point, as are the extravagant ‘70s eyewear creations by Oliver Goldsmith and the idiosyncratic designer sunglasses by Serge Kirchhofer. Many of these ‘70s designer glasses were initially produced only for ladies or explicitly made for selected fashion shows in Paris.

Eyewear manufacturer Silhouette ventured into the market in the ‘70s with a spectacular eyewear collection featuring sunglasses which have since become coveted collector's items: The "Silhouette Futura" collection. These gaudy, oversized sunglasses were for the outfit alone. Elton John, for example, wore a pair of white Silhouette Futura 570 at numerous concerts.

Stars like John Lennon or Elvis Presley make 70s glasses vintage today

In the case of some glasses from the ‘70s, it was the taste of well-known personalities from contemporary history that helped old glasses become the vintage rarities that are in demand today.

John Lennon glasses have now become synonymous with round glasses. Although the musician only wore glasses without visible brand logos at the time, today everyone knows what is meant by "John Lennon glasses".

The most famous vintage ‘70s sunglasses - the Nautic 2 by Neostyle - also owe their fame to a musician. The King of Rock'n'Roll, Elvis Presley, wore the Nautic 2 model at his concert in New York's Madison Square Gardens in 1972 and at numerous other public appearances. Elvis made the Neostyle Nautic 2 as much his trademark as the white jumpsuit. 

Nowadays, when people talk about Elvis sunglasses, they mean the Neostyle Nautic 2. If you talk about vintage Neostyle sunglasses, you also mean the Elvis model.

Even 50 years later, the demand continues to be so great that Neostyle is still producing the Elvis sunglasses today. Stars like Bratt Pitt and Miley Cyrus have shown these sunglasses in films and videos recently resulting in an even increased demand.
It is also the only new edition of vintage glasses that you can find in our store.

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